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Installation

Instructions

Built-In

Dishwasher

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ANTANT

ANT –

The dishwasher MUST be installed to

allow for future removal from the enclosure if service

is required.

If you received a damaged dishwasher, you should

immediately contact your dealer or builder.

Optional Accessories – See the Owner’s Manual for

available custom panel kits.

FOR YFOR Y

FOR Y

OUR SAFETYOUR SAFETY

OUR SAFETY

Read and observe all CAUTIONS and WARNINGS

shown throughout these instructions. While performing

installations described in this booklet, gloves, safety

glasses or goggles should be worn.

BEFORE YBEFORE Y

BEFORE Y

OU BEGINOU BEGIN

OU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and

carefully.

IMPORIMPOR

IMPOR

ANTANT

ANT –

Observe all governing codes and

ordinances.

•

Note to InstallerNote to Installer

Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these

instructions for the consumer's and local inspector's

use.

•

Note to ConsumerNote to Consumer

Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions with

your Owner’s Manual for future reference.

•

Skill LevelSkill Level

Skill Level – Installation of this dishwasher

requires basic mechanical and electrical skills.

Proper installation is the responsibility of the

installer. Product failure due to improper installation

is not covered under the ELECTROLUX Appliance

Warranty.

•

Completion TimeCompletion Time

Completion Time – 1 to 3 Hours. New installations

require more time than replacement installations.

ARNINGARNING

ARNING

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or

injury to persons, the installer must ensure that

the dishwasher is completely enclosed at the

time of installation.

READ CAREFULLY.

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Summary of content (12 pages)

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Installation Instructions Built-In Dishwasher If yyou ou have questions .Kenmore.com or questions,, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®(US) or visit our website at: www www.Kenmore.com www .Sears.com www.Sears.com carefully. BEFORE Y OU BEGIN YOU Read these instructions completely and IMPOR IMPORTTANT – Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions for the consumer's and local inspector's use.
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Installation Preparation PAR ARTT S SUPPLIED: ¨ Two #8 Phillips flat head wood screws, 5/8” long to secure dishwasher to underside of countertop (in literature package). ¨ Two Phillips head, color matched toekick screws (in literature package).
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Installation Preparation PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE 32.5" Underside of Countertop to Floor 4" 17-5/8" Min. 18" Max. • The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is no more than 10 feet in length for proper drainage. • The dishwasher must be fully enclosed on the top, sides and back, and must not support any part of the enclosure. CLEARANCES: When installed into a corner, allow 2” min. clearance between dishwasher and adjacent cabinet, wall or other appliances. Allow 25-5/8" min.
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Installation Preparation PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING WARNING FOR PERSONAL SAFETY: Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before beginning installation. Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug with this appliance. 1-1/2" Dia. Hole (Max.) Electrical Requirements 3" from Cabinet • This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60 Hz., and connected to an individual properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15 or 20 ampere circuit breaker or time delay fuse. • Wiring must be 2 wire with ground.
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Installation Instructions PREP ARE HO ATER LINE PREPARE HOTT W WA BEFORE Y OU BEGIN YOU • The line may enter from either side, rear or floor within the shaded area shown in Figure F. • The line may pass through the same hole as the electrical cable and drain hose. Or, cut an additional 1-1/2” dia. hole to accommodate the water line. If power cord with plug is used, water line must not pass through power cord hole.
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Installation Instructions STEP 2 ADJUST LEVELING LEGS STEP 4 • Move the dishwasher close to the installation location and lay it on its back. INST ALL 90° ELBO W INSTALL ELBOW • Wrap 90° elbow with thread seal tape. • Install a 90° elbow onto the water valve. Fill Hose Adjust to Installation Height 90° Elbow Water Valve Bracket Figure H • Measure installation height and dishwasher height. Extend leveling legs out from the dishwasher base, 1/4" less than installation height.
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Installation Instructions STEP 7 SLIDE DISHW ASHER DISHWASHER PAR TIALL Y INT O CABINET ARTIALL TIALLY INTO STEP 5 POSITION W ATER LINE WA AND HOUSE WIRING DO NO AINST FR ONT PPANEL ANEL WITH NOTT PUSH AG AGAINST FRONT KNEES. DAMAGE WILL OCCUR. • Position water supply line and house wiring on the floor of the opening to avoid interference with base of dishwasher and components under dishwasher. • Slide dishwasher into the opening a few inches at a time.
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Installation Instructions STEP 8 POSITION DISHW ASHER UNDER C OUNTER DISHWASHER COUNTER OUNTERTT OP Reposition Dishwasher by Grasping Both Sides With Hands • Check to be sure that wires are secure under the dishwasher and not pinched or in contact with door springs or other dishwasher components. TIP TIP:: Check tub insulation blanket, if equipped. It should be positioned so it is not bunched up or interfering with door springs. Check by opening and closing the door. • Push dishwasher into cabinet.
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Installation Instructions STEP 10 SECURE DISHW ASHER DISHWASHER TO C OUNTER COUNTER OUNTERTTOP OR CABINET STEP 11 In this step you will need the 2 Phillips special head screws set aside prior to Step 1. The dishwasher must be secured to the countertop or the cabinet sides. When countertops are made of wood, use Method 1. When countertops are granite or other materials that will not accept screws, use Method 2 to secure dishwsher at the sides.
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Installation Instructions STEP 12 CONNECT DRAIN LINE DRAIN LINE INST ALLA TION INSTALLA ALLATION • Connect drain line to air gap, waste tee or disposer using either previously determined method. FOLLOW ALL LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES. The drain hose molded end will fit 5/8”, 3/4” or 1” diameter connections on the air gap, waste tee or disposer. Cut on the marked line as required for your installation.
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Installation Instructions STEP 13 C ONNECT PO WER POWER SUPPL Y SUPPLY STEP 14 PRE-TEST CHECKLIST Review this list after installing your dishwasher to avoid charges for a service call that is not co vered by yyour our warranty covered warranty.. Skip this step if equipped with power cord. Verify that power is turned off at the source. ¨ Check to be sure power is OFF. • Remove junction box cover “A”. • Locate the three dishwasher wires, (white, black and green) with stripped ends.
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Installation Instructions STEP 15 DISHW ASHER WET TEST DISHWASHER STEP 16 REPLACE TOEKICK ¨ Turn on power supply (or plug power cord into outlet, if equipped). ¨ Turn dial to Normal “Wash” position. ¨ Close door. ¨ Check to be sure that water enters the dishwasher. If water does not enter the dishwasher, check to be sure that water and power are turned on. ¨ Check for leaks under the dishwasher. If a leak is found, turn power supply off, then tighten connections. Restore power after leak is corrected.